Geneva vacation

Geneva sights and attractions

Geneva is the second largest city in Switzerland and is located on the shores of Lake Geneva. The city has a very cosmopolitan vibe. It's compact, sophisticated and serves as an ideal weekend getaway for those living close by. It's also an important financial hub, and many organisations have set up their headquarters here. This busy metropolis is embedded between beautiful alpine peaks and the mountainous terrain of the Jura. It's here you'll find the 140-metre high water fountain and many other attractions. Book your air tickets to Geneva and see why it's such a delightful place to visit.

Things to do in Geneva

Cruise along Lake Geneva, learn the art of watchmaking, visit the city's many museums or simply appreciate the breathtaking landscapes that surround you. The city is full of plush hotels, restaurants serving up international cuisine, beautiful promenades and lovely chocolate shops.

Before you set out on your incredible journey of exploration, take a look at our list of must do's throughout the city:

Walk along the calm Lake Geneva–known for its parks, restaurants and museums

Take a picture of the wonderful Jet d'eau–the water fountain that's become the city's main landmark

Spend the day exploring the International Museum of the Red Cross and learn more about the work of this organisation

Step inside the serene Cathedral of St Pierre and admire the architecture, stained glass, century-old choir stalls and the other exhibits

Hike or take the cable car ride up to the 150-metre high observatory on Mount Salève

Head to Parc La Grange for a leisurely stroll and enjoy the spectacular views of Lake Geneva

Spend a few hours at the Musée d'ethnographie de Genève and marvel at the huge range of artifacts on display

Visit CERN and go on a guided tour to learn more about science, physics and particle accelerators

Spend a few hours at the Penthes Estate—a stunning historic site that offers great views over the lake and Mont-Blanc

Airports in Geneva

Geneva International Airport serves passengers flying to and from this metropolis. It handles nearly 15 million passengers per year and serves carriers to European cities and holiday destinations. It also serves passengers flying to North America, China and the Middle East.

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Location

This airport is located nearly 4 km away from the city centre.

Transportation

There are both buses and trains that transport passengers from the airport to the city centre. Ticket dispensing machines at the airport give you free tickets which are valid for 80 minutes on public bus and train services to the city. You'll also find special seasonal buses at the airport that transport passengers to famous ski resorts in both France and Switzerland. Passengers can also hire rental cars or use their private vehicles to reach various destinations in the city.